Philosophical Weightlifting Podcast

Shaun Joffe is a researcher, weightlifting coach, and lecturer at St. Mary’s University. He’s just started his academic journey after a long stint in S&C and has already managed to produce some great research.In this podcast we discuss two publications, both looking at different aspects of the pull and particular performance variables associated with each. We explain why coaches should possibly start incorporating more work in the start position, particularly deadlifts. We also take a few twists and turns, discussing exercise selection, periodization, and biggest lessons learned.This was a fantastic show and I hope you all enjoy our deep dive into some high quality research that’s been done by Shaun and his collaborators.Enjoy.Follow Shaun:https://www.instagram.com/shaunjoffe/https://twitter.com/Joffe1

Derek Evely is a throws coach who has traveled the world. He's worked in the UK, Canada, China, etc., coaching elite level talent and working with the best coaches to walk this planet.Join us for this chat as we discuss all things Anatoly Bondarchuk. The direct application to weightlifting wasn't the center of this talk, but we go into enough detail that you can somewhat work things out yourself.Enjoy.Buy Derek's course and save 20% with the code: Philwl023Follow Derek:https://www.instagram.com/eveltrak/https://twitter.com/eveltrakhttps://www.eveltraksport.com/

Derek Evely is a throws coach who has traveled the world. He's worked in the UK, Canada, China, etc., coaching elite level talent and working with the best coaches to walk this planet. Join us for this chat as we discuss all things coaching, what Derek does well, what he wishes he could do better, and why coaching isn't just copying and pasting a system.Enjoy.Follow Derek:https://www.instagram.com/eveltrak/https://twitter.com/eveltrakhttps://www.eveltraksport.com/

Brian Minor is a pro natural bodybuilder, powerlifter, and coach to many. Join us in this episode of the podcast as we discuss:- programming hypertrophy work for strength athletes- why soreness or "the pump" isn't always the best indicator for muscle growth- how to maximize the stimulus to fatigue ratio- dieting for performanceFollow Brian!https://myojournal.com/https://www.instagram.com/bdminor/

Guy Hornsby is a PhD, professor, coach, and has carried and developed a deep interest in periodization. This interest has bled into the work Guy has authored and been a part of. Join us as we further tackle the concept of periodization, continuing the discussion had by myself and Aaron Cunanan over the last two episodes.Follow Guy:https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Guy-Hornsbyhttps://www.instagram.com/coachguyton/

Aaron Cunanan has done it all in the sport of weightlifting. From coaching alongside Kyle Pierce to studying the technique of elite weightlifters and producing plenty of research to help practitioners and scientists, it goes without saying that he's got skin in the game.Join us in part two of the conversation as we discuss Aaron's time researching elite weightlifting technique and what exactly goes into conducting studies on these topics.Follow Aaron:https://twitter.com/aaronjcunanan

Aaron Cunanan has done it all in the sport of weightlifting. From coaching alongside Kyle Pierce to studying the technique of elite weightlifters and producing plenty of research to help practitioners and scientists, it goes without saying that he's got skin in the game.Join us in part one of this conversation as we discuss Aaron's background, his role at the UFC PI, and go on a deep dive into the current scientific support for block periodization.Follow Aaron:https://twitter.com/aaronjcunanan

On this episode of the podcast, I hosted the newly minted American record holder in the clean and jerk, Hampton Morris, and his coach/dad Tripp. We discussed all things development, including what Hampton’s program looked like when he started weightlifting vs what it looks like now. This covers the squats, comp lifts, handling misses and frustration, training to compete, and much more.This was a fantastic show and I hope you all enjoy getting to know more about a staple in USA Weightlifting, along with the person who helped get him there.Enjoy.Follow Hamp & Tripp:https://www.instagram.com/hamptonmorris/https://www.instagram.com/riled_chemist/?hl=en

Stu Martin is the Head of Performance Strategy for British Weightlifting, playing a critical part in the success of Team GB at the national and international level. Stu has also recently co-authored one of the best papers, in my opinion, breaking down technique from both a science and practice standpoint.Join us as we discuss what it's like planning the journey for an Olympic-level weightlifter, what efficient technique is and how you'd go about teaching it, and programming considerations for beginners, intermediates, and elite-level athletes.Read this: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/344750301_Weightlifting_An_Applied_Method_of_Technical_AnalysisFollow Stu: https://www.instagram.com/strengthcoachsm/

Kiana Elliott started her athletic journey at six years old, find gymnastics, a sport she would compete in until eventually retiring at fourteen. Later, she would find a CrossFit gym, the sport of weightlifting, and never look back. She is a world junior medalist, qualified for the Tokyo Olympics, and is months out from fulfilling a lifelong dream of competing at the biggest stage in athletics.Join us for part two of this interview with Kiana, as we sit down to discuss her introduction to weightlifting, an attempt to qualify for the Rio Olympic Games, and the battle for Tokyo 2020.Enjoy.Follow Kiana: https://www.instagram.com/kianaelliott/?hl=en